Métis Nation reinstating group to help get harvesting rights recognized across province
The Métis Nation of Saskatchewan (MN-S) is reinstating a group aimed at ensuring that their peoples’ harvesting rights are recognized across Saskatchewan.
Currently, Métis people can receive fines for hunting, trapping, or fishing without a license unless they do so in the northern part of the province. According to the Saskatchewan Treaty and Aboriginal Rights for Hunting and Fishing Guide, the province doesn’t recognize the Métis’ right to hunt, fish, and trap for food in all other areas.
In hopes of changing that, the MN-S is bringing back the Citizens’ Harvesting Advisory group. The hope is the group will help provide meaningful insight and direction as the MN-S works to get harvesting rights recognized across the entire province.
“We remain dedicated to reaching an agreement that supports the ability of our citizens to provide sustenance for their families,” said Michelle LeClair, MN-S Vice President and Minister of Justice. “We want to engage more of our citizens in the process to ensure we are laying a good foundation for the future.”